Super Lord of the Rings

Chapter 878 [The inside is not scary, the outside is the key]

Curry is extremely popular in Sacramento and is very popular with fans. He has never thought about leaving the Kings. His goal is to renew his contract early after the end of this season.

This season, he has been working hard, hoping to get a big contract, and he wants to become a star.

If Wang Jun attracts defensive attention and can easily get singles opportunities, but can't produce star data, then where can he go without the Kings? Maybe he's just a better defensive pitcher.

Curry is ambitious and wants to be the best point guard he can be.

Nash won the MVP, and Paul had a balanced offense and defense. Compared with these two people, he is much better physically than Nash and can throw and dunk himself; his height of 190cm and shooting ability are better than Paul.

He believes he can be better and has potential to be tapped.

At this time, the team needs someone to step forward and help Wang Jun share the pressure. He can't just hang around under the protection of the stars.

After making a three-pointer to break the deadlock, Curry returned to defense with his braces in his mouth. His expression looked very relaxed. The momentum was really... hard to describe. If he changed to a pacifier, it wouldn't be so inconsistent.

Wang Jun said that if he keeps using this unhygienic way of celebrating, his epitaph may read "Stephen Curry, died of oral cancer."

But it's useless. This kid is crazy and likes to do this.

The Spurs attack, Duncan and Parker pick and roll from the side, and go to Curry's side.

Martin switched to defend Parker, Duncan cut inside, and James let go of Prince to resist Duncan.

Parker distributed the ball, Prince feinted with the ball on the left, Wang Jun retreated from the middle and switched defense, leaving Diaw open. Prince passed the ball to the center, and Battier changed defense and blocked him.

Diaw didn't have a chance to make a shot, so he passed the ball to Leonard on the side. Wang Jun defended from the bottom line again, completed the rotation, interfered with the shot successfully, and the ball went wide. James grabbed a backcourt rebound.

The Kings defense was very poor last season. Although it is only average this season, it is because of the flaws of the center.

The defensive understanding of the four outsiders has been developed. The biggest advantage of introducing Battier is that he has a strong awareness of assisting defense. He is not particularly good at single defense, but he is very good at changing positions.

James and Wang Jun are also experienced. Curry is in average health and has learned a lot from playing with several defensive masters all day long.

The Spurs retreated quickly;

The Kings players pulled away and James dribbled the ball across half court.

Battier and Wang Jun are on the right, Curry is on the left, and Martin is in the low post, all wide open.

Wang Jun ran to the right to get the ball, leaned against Prince and led to the middle, turned around and faced the frame. At the same time, James ran to the left baseline, causing the Spurs' defensive position to shift.

Leonard didn't dare to double-team Wang Jun, otherwise James would be empty when he passed the ball.

Duncan can't defend one against two at the basket. James can't do three-pointers in this series, so he can still make open mid-range shots.

Wang Jun dribbled the ball with his left hand and moved his right hand sideways. His right shoulder shook slightly, giving the impression that he was about to step back. Prince's center of gravity moved. As soon as his left foot landed, Wang Jun dribbled the ball behind his back and moved his left hand to the center. Change direction.

Prince stumbled and couldn't catch up. Parker let go of Curry to block the shot from the side. Wang Jun paused to take the ball and distributed it to the left. Curry caught the ball at 50 degrees and made an open jump shot, which hit the net. 6 to 0.

This is what Popovich is most afraid of happening. The opponent shot away from the outside in the opening game.

He didn't shout to the players on the sidelines. If Parker didn't cover up the defense just now, Wang Jun would have taken a shot almost open, which was a sure shot.

The Spurs attacked and Diaw wanted the ball in the middle. Wang Jun went around to defend and got stuck in the position, making it impossible for him to turn around comfortably. Parker and Duncan covered, James switched defenses to block the breakthrough route, Duncan made an air cut to catch the ball, and Martin let go of Prince in the bottom corner.

Duncan split the ball, Battier defended Prince, and the latter split the ball to Leonard on the left. Wang Jun let go of Diaw and changed defense. He did not jump and raised his hands to interfere. Leonard feinted and tried to pass by without success. Distribute the ball to the center.

He feinted and delayed the opportunity. James saw the opportunity, rushed out from the baseline, cut off the basketball, and took advantage of the situation to make a fast break.

James was too fast. After Diaw was thrown away, no one was guarding him. He dunked and scored, 8-0.

The Kings scored consecutively at the start, and the Spurs home fans were also anxious, but the boos could not stop the Kings players.

The Spurs attacked, but could not break through from the outside. After several passes, the ball was lobbed to the low post Duncan to single out Martin.

Duncan leaned back and turned to the middle to prepare for a one-handed shot. The distance was very close. Martin made a decisive foul and pulled him down, but the ball did not go out.

The referee blows the whistle and a foul is thrown.

Duncan's free throw shooting percentage is not stable, about 70%, so it is better for him to shoot free throws than to shoot. Now that Duncan is averaging less than 20 points per game, Adelman dares to let him play in singles.

Duncan made two free throws to break the deadlock for the team, 8-2.

Wang Jun got the ball in the frontcourt, and the players spread out, creating a one-on-one opportunity for him in the middle. He dribbled the ball under his hips four times in a row, holding the ball in his right hand, exploring his right shoulder, and changing direction to the center.

Prince moved laterally slower than him, so he had to force himself to keep up. Wang Jun dribbled the ball from behind and passed it to his right hand. At the same time, he stepped back with his right foot and stepped out of the three-point line, making a 70-degree fadeaway jumper from the right side.

After Prince paused, he took a step forward and jumped to block the shot. The rhythm was half a beat slower. He couldn't block the shot and the ball went in. 11 to 2.

In the next round, the Spurs finally scored in a mobile game. After a pick-and-roll, Parker distributed the ball. Duncan received the ball and beat Martin for a layup. 11 to 4.

The Kings attacked, and the main defender on Wang Jun was replaced by Leonard, while Prince went to deal with James.

James wanted to play alone, but after thinking about it, he finally resisted asking for the ball.

He was particularly unhappy and felt underestimated by the Spurs.

Leonard defended closely, waiting for an opportunity to steal. Wang Jun immediately taught him a lesson after turning around. His arms are particularly long, which is not all an advantage. He is easily hit by his opponent.

Wang Jun took the ball and used Durant's trick "Arm Swing". He hit Leonard's arm from below and made a shooting motion. He threw the ball casually and it fell.

The referee blows the whistle immediately, and the thug commits a foul. Even if he knows it is intentional, such a ball cannot be ignored.

Wang Jun made two free throws, 13-4.

He has accumulated a lot of game experience and can use various methods to put the ball into the basket. Leonard is still learning, he is too young.

The Spurs still can't open up the offensive perimeter. Parker is the only one on the court who is good at breaking through with the ball. He will play pick-and-roll on Curry's side. James will switch defenses and play on Battier or Wang Jun's side. It is difficult to break through directly. He is not afraid after the pick-and-roll. dislocation.

Parker passed the ball to Duncan again, but no one double-teamed him. Duncan turned around and shot a jump shot, but missed due to Martin's interference.

Duncan performed well in the first two games, exceeding the regular season scoring average, and is in average condition today.

Wang Jun grabbed the backcourt rebound, the Kings counterattacked, Curry missed a three-pointer, James rushed to grab the frontcourt rebound, and the second attack caused Prince to foul.

He made one of two free throws, 14-4.

Popovich requested a timeout, the situation was not good for the Spurs, and the Kings found a way to deal with them.

TN*T radio broadcast live, Barkley analyzed the game and said: "I think if the Kings defended like this in the first two games, they could at least win one game. It is right not to let Vucevic play, he is too slow. , the Spurs are not scary inside, the key is to prevent their outside shots and breakthroughs."

Smith nodded and said: "The Kings worked hard on the defensive end today. They can no longer lose. Let's see what countermeasures Popovich can come up with."

P.S.

(To be continued ~^~)

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